# Building Construction Technology (Associate of Science)

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Bldg Construction Tech

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=123

Credits: 64.0 - 69.0

The Building Technology program provides students with a basic background in the management of construction projects. Students will find employment in the broad spectrum of opportunities available in the construction industry. The program also provides continuing education for those already employed as contractors, site superintendents, project managers, estimators, and other areas related to construction.

## Program Outcomes

1.  Acquired fundamental grounding in communications, science, mathematics, humanities, the social sciences and self-development in preparation for an occupation, and possible transfer to a four-year institution.
2.  Acquired knowledge and skill in the organization for the trades of building construction projects.

### Program Requirements

#### Required Core Courses - Total 24 Credits

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BCT 100 | Introduction to Building Trades | 3 |
| BCT 101 | Rough Carpentry | 3 |
| BCT 110 | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| BCT 112 | Basic Electricity | 3 |
| BCT 113 | Basic Plumbing | 3 |
| BCT 200 | Cabinetry I | 3 |
| BCT 201 | Cabinetry II | 3 |
| BCT 210 | Interior Trim Carpentry | 3 |

#### Building Construction Technology Electives - Total 6-7 Credits

Choose a minimum of two courses from the list below

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BCT 102 | Advanced Framing Techniques | 3 |
| **BCT 116 - Basic House Wiring Theory Credits: 3** | |  |
| **BCT 117 - Residential Plumbing Theory Credits: 3** | |  |
| BCT 202 | Finish Cabinetry | 3 |
| **BCT 203 - Photovoltaic Installation Theory Credits: 4** | |  |

#### CalGETC

-   In addition to the Core Courses required for the A.S. Degree in Building Construction Technology, students will also be required to meet the CalGETC General education Requirements Credits: 34 - 38